Michael Jose Malinoski, 37, left a psychology seminar in Chester County and checked into the Pine Tree Lodge in Gaines on October 24, 1996, for a planned two-night stay. He spoke by phone with his roommate that evening and gave no sign of trouble. On October 27 his rented 1995 Nissan Sentra was found at the Barbour Rock trailhead on the west rim of Pine Creek Gorge.

The car contained a day pack (unzipped), a cellphone, jacket, water, snacks, an empty camera case and boots; his cabin showed no disturbance. A large search found no trace. No activity has been detected on his credit cards or Social Security number.

If anyone hiked the Barbour Rock area that week or remembers seeing Michael’s car, please share what you know.